Nancy Guthrie Case Sheriff Has 'Perpetrated a Fraud,' Local Official Says
Summary
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos is accused by a local official of lying about his past work and disciplinary history while leading the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance. The sheriff denies the allegations and says past disciplinary issues do not affect his current duties. The investigation into Guthrie, who went missing in January 2024, continues with FBI involvement and DNA testing.Key Facts
- Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos faces accusations of misrepresenting his past employment and disciplinary record.
- Dr. Matt Heinz, Vice Chair of the Pima County Board of Supervisors, called Nanos’ actions a “fraud” and questioned his honesty.
- Nanos worked for the El Paso Police Department from 1976 to 1982, though there is dispute about the exact dates and disciplinary incidents.
- He was suspended eight times while with El Paso Police, including for allegedly beating a handcuffed suspect.
- Nanos’ attorney states the sheriff has “minimal disciplinary history” and such past issues do not affect his job now.
- Heinz said Nanos may have hurt the investigation by refusing to work fully with the FBI, but the sheriff’s office says they have cooperated with the FBI.
- Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Today co-host Savannah Guthrie, went missing on January 31, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona.
- The FBI is reviewing DNA evidence from Guthrie’s home, including hair samples, related to the ongoing investigation.
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